1/ Russian convoys in the 'land corridor' to Crimea are facing a new hazard: terrified civilian truck drivers pushing their way into them to gain protection against drones, but causing disruption in the process. Russian sources are urging them to stop doing this. ⬇️ bsky.app
An unsuccessful attempt by a Russian mobile air defense group to intercept a low flying Ukrainian middle strike drone passing overhead. P.S: One can only wonder what the truck drivers feel when a gunner on a twin mounted machine gun opens fire almost directly over their windshields.
2/ 'Lynia' highlights the problem, which the video above illustrates: "I'd like to raise a very important issue regarding traffic on the R-280 "Novorossiya" highway." 3/ "The road is currently at peak use, and both civilian vehicles and military convoys—mostly supply trucks covered by mobile fire teams—are constantly using it. However, judging by current events, not all civilian drivers fully understand where they are and the risks they face. 4/ "The enemy is now extensively using drones to strike vehicles, including drones with machine vision and AI that can automatically acquire targets. Moreover, enemy UAVs often fly alongside the road itself at very low altitudes. 5/ "Under these conditions, any reckless maneuvers become mortally dangerous. Firstly, it is strictly forbidden to drive into military convoys or attempt to overtake them by wedging between vehicles. Mobile fire teams travel in convoys specifically to protect the trucks. 6/ "When a car or truck gets in, it slows down the convoy and stretches the formation. When overtaking or driving parallel, civilian vehicles end up directly in the firing arc. 7/ "And since the drone is flying low, the escort crew physically cannot open fire while civilians are in the arc. 8/ "We strongly recommend maintaining a maximum distance from military convoys and not getting too close to them, so as not to block the firing arc and prevent the crews from working. 9/ "Secondly, regarding behavior during attacks. When the guys start targeting the drone, some drivers stop their cars on the side of the road just twenty to thirty meters away and take out their phones to film the process. 10/ "This should not be done under any circumstances. Instead of stopping, putting yourself in danger and interfering with the crew, you should keep moving and move to a safe distance. 11/ "People, just think about what you're doing. This is not an ordinary highway where you can gawk. Be careful: keep your distance, do not impede the movement of the convoys, and never stop out of curiosity while the crews are working. 12/ "On this highway, discipline is a matter of safety and life." 'Reserve Pioneer' echoes this plea: 13/ "Friends and comrades, this post is especially relevant to those who use the land corridor connecting Crimea and currently serving as the only artery for delivering vital supplies. 14/ "Having spoken with members of the Mobile Task Force (MOG) providing escort for convoys heading to Crimea, I've come across a significant issue: civilian vehicles, unaware of the danger to themselves and others, are beginning to cut into the convoys, seeking cover in front… 15/ …of vehicles engaged in combat operations against diving drones. You must understand that you are closing the combat sector, thereby endangering yourself, the MOG fighters, and the supplies being delivered. 16/ "When traveling along this route, you must approach this matter responsibly, and your primary task is to ensure the safety of our soldiers and your own survival! 17/ "When you see a convoy traveling under cover, remember that it's not just cargo; many aspects of life depend on it, from supplying the front to supplying civilians. 18/ "Every action, every careless move, can have fatal consequences, and the rules established for movement in such conditions were not developed at random. They are based on experience gained in real combat situations. 19/ "Do not endanger the lives of those on guard or those they protect. Take care of yourself and our soldiers!" /end Sources: 🔹 t.me 🔹 t.me